The Chakras & the Aura
Auras are the faint light given off by electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetism is energy that courses through us, funneled through 7 Chakras, or energy wheels, situated along the spine. They reflect the 7 colors of the spectrum into the aura, filtered through the body. They energize the organs around them, vibrating according to an individual's state of mind & being.
Chakra-balancing is central to Not Serendipity soaps. On this page, you'll find more about each Chakra (pics are a sample of pages in the coloring books), & Not Serendipity's products to support inner balance.
Root: Red
The Root governs the bones & skin, our innate sense of self in society & with Nature. It comprises the foundation for an individual's life, including the legs & feet. For grounding, Not Serendipity uses nut butters, enriched with earthy & red clays, like Rhassoul & bentonite, or extra detoxifying with activated charcoal. If scented, base is woody notes (sandalwood, cedarwood), herbals of patchouli or vetiver.
Sacral: Orange
The Sacral governs the organs of the lower abdomen, sexual energy, creativity, & emotions. externally, it flows through relationships, the sense of belonging, both to communities & Nature. For relaxing the Sacral Chakra, Orange fruit or florals like neroli layer with sandalwood, in bases of rosehip, goatmilk, & honey. Root spices like turmeric are mixed with pink clay for soft orange color. Exfoliants may include orange & pomegranate peel.
Solar Plexus: Yellow
The Solar Plexus Chakra governs mental acuity & focus. It drives our motivation & will with the heart when it's aligned with the other Chakras. It shapes personality as defined by the ego. With the lower two Chakras, they form a foundation for the higher Chakras to build upon. If out of balance, the others are, as well. For balancing, lemony scents are combined with turmeric & honey, as well as thyme & lemongrass for digestive support, since the digestive system is in the area of the Solar Plexus.
Heart: Pink
The Heart is the middle of the Chakra system. it governs the organs near the heart, so the lungs, the circulatory system, along with the arms & hands. Since the Heart Chakra bridges the lower 3 with the upper 3, it has 2 colors that are associated with it. Pink reflects from love flowing through it. Thus, pink clay is used for Heart Chakra soaps, Himalayan salt for exfoliation, & pink florals as well as lavender for scent support. Bases of Rosehip, goatmilk, & aloe are frequently used for soaps inspired by the Heart Chakra
Heart: Green
Green is the color of working creativity, or energy moving through the arms & hands. Green clay, powdered leaves like moringa & neem provide more depth of color along with their other benefits, scented with rosemary, clary sage, vetiver.
Throat: Light Blue
This Chakra is the entry to the higher Chakras, thus, governs the detoxifying of energy, expression, & communication. Cambrian clay, high in minerals & appearing smoky-blue, is used for it corresponding color & content, while eucalyptus, spearmint, & lavender enhance the cleansing for this area, which includes the ears & sinuses.
3rd Eye: Indigo Blue
This Chakra is located behind the forehead in the pineal gland. As a portal, its door opens into heightened awareness of the self in the universe. To achieve deep blue, powdered Blue Pea flowers enrich for more than esthetic value. It nourished & rejuvenates, while bases of goatmilk, honey, or aloe vera provide the substance necessary for moisturizing cleansing of hair & skin. When scented, basil, patchouli, lavender & vetiver are the go-to's for supporting the 3rd Eye Chakra.
Crown: Violet
This Chakra is located at the top of the brain & serves as the interface with the universal consciousness. When balanced, with those below it in sync & energized, the mind can receive guidance & wisdom from the quantum universe. While clear bases imbue Crown Chakra soaps with clarity, cream-based help the hair & scalp. Botanicals like hibiscus & violet flower petals add texture & natural color. For scents, frankincense, myrrh, lotus, & lavender enhance an ethereal awareness for meditation & connecting with higher dimensions.